Chap's Chicken Restaurant and Catering
203 W. Harrison Ave., (504) 371-5546; www.chapschicken.comFried chicken platters are available with two, three or four pieces and one side item such as macaroni and cheese, potato salad, fries, mashed potatoes, red beans, coleslaw or jambalaya. Chicken and waffles features three waffles topped with chicken tenders. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Cherry Espresso Bar
4877 Laurel St., (504) 875-3699; www.facebook.com/cherry.espresso.barThe breakfast quinoa bowl is topped with a poached egg, vegetables, cilantro and avocado dressing, and chicken, bacon or sausage are optional additions. Curried chickpeas are made with raisins, onion, carrots and apple and served with greens on a sandwich. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch. Credit cards. $